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4,000 Feet of Copper Wire Stolen, Slavic Village Darkened

12/10/2025

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Thieves stole about 4,000 feet of copper wire in Slavic Village, Ohio, leaving the area without street lighting.
The theft affected about 70 utility poles.
As of the report, Cleveland Public Power (CPP) crews had fixed about 35 poles.
Local officials, including Councilperson Rebecca Maurer, expressed safety concerns and called for a full investigation.
A youth sports coach said a local football team halted practices due to lack of lighting.

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Story summary

Thieves stole about 4,000 feet of copper wire in Slavic Village, Ohio, leaving the area without street lighting.
The theft affected about 70 utility poles.
As of the report, Cleveland Public Power (CPP) crews had fixed about 35 poles.
Local officials, including Councilperson Rebecca Maurer, expressed safety concerns and called for a full investigation.
A youth sports coach said a local football team halted practices due to lack of lighting.